In the volatile world of the NFL, longevity is a luxury and late-career dominance is a myth. Or at least, it was supposed to be until Cameron Jordan decided to rewrite the script for the New Orleans Saints in 2025.

At 36 years old, in his 15th professional season, Jordan didn’t just survive; he thrived. By logging 10.5 sacks this year, he secured his seventh double-digit sack season, a new franchise record that pushes him past the legendary Rickey Jackson. But this isn't just a win for the record books, it’s a showcase in professional evolution.

Coming off a 2024 campaign where many suggested his "best days were behind him" due to a reduced snap count and lower production, Jordan entered 2025 on a one-year "prove-it" deal. He didn't just prove he could still play but rather he proved he is still the engine of this defense.

The statistics from this season are staggering for a player of his age:

What makes Jordan’s 2025 season truly special is the context. He wasn't just "cleaning up" coverage sacks. His December performance against the Jets, where he racked up two sacks and three tackles for loss, showed a player who still has the violent hands and elite leverage that made him a first-round pick in 2011.

By reaching 10 sacks at age 36, he joins an elite fraternity of only seven players in NFL history to achieve that feat. More importantly, he did it while mentoring a pass-rush unit that saw Chase Young also hit double digits, marking the first time since 2013 the Saints had two players reach that milestone.

If there was any lingering doubt about Jordan’s gold jacket credentials, 2025 silenced it. He is no longer just a "Saints Great"; he is an NFL icon of durability. Whether he chooses to return for a 16th season or hang up the cleats as the franchise's undisputed sack king, he has nothing left to prove.

New Orleans has seen many legends, but few have worn the Black and Gold with the combination of humor, heart, and high-level production that Cam Jordan has for fifteen years.